It’s The Human Experience: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Embracing Self-Worth & Emotional Intelligence, Strengthening Self-Awareness, Building Confidence and Purpose

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It’s The Human Experience: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Embracing Self-Worth & Emotional Intelligence, Strengthening Self-Awareness, Building Confidence and Purpose episodes

March 05Rewind: When the Breakthrough Is Late: Navigating the Stretch Season Between the Promise and the Payoff
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What do you do when you’ve done the work… but the results haven’t caught up yet?
When you’ve grown, healed, and positioned yourself for the next level — yet life still feels like it’s holding you in the middle?
That space has a name: the Stretch Season.
It’s the uncomfortable chapter between preparation and manifestation — where patience gets tested, faith gets stretched, and the version of you who asked for “more” is quietly being built.
In this honest solo episode, Hazel Brown, host of It’s the Human Experience, pulls back the curtain on what it really feels like to live in the in-between. Not the highlight reel. Not the breakthrough moment everyone celebrates. But the quiet season where growth is happening behind the scenes.
Because the truth is: many high-achievers are building something meaningful while privately wondering if they’re doing enough, moving fast enough, or if the promise will actually arrive.
This conversation is for the ones doing the work without applause — the ones becoming before the world recognizes it.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
• What the “Stretch Season” really is and why it shows up before your biggest expansion
• How to recognize when you’re between the promise and the payoff — and why that space matters
• The trap of settling for crumbs when your calling requires the whole table
• Why quiet building and observation often matter more than visibility in seasons of growth
• How proximity to people further ahead can prepare you for what’s next
• Why impatience can sabotage the very thing you prayed for
• The mindset shift that allows you to remain a student while stepping into leadership
Hazel shares personal reflections on entrepreneurship, faith, identity shifts, and the emotional tension that comes with evolving into your next level. The stretch season is rarely comfortable — but it’s often where the strongest foundations are built.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, overlooked, or unsure why the next door hasn’t opened yet, this episode will remind you of something powerful:
Preparation often happens long before recognition.
And sometimes the stretch isn’t punishment — it’s positioning.
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If this episode resonates, share it with someone navigating their own stretch season. Growth is easier when we remember we’re not building alone.
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27 min
December 11, 202598. Becoming the Woman God Called You to Be: Self-Worth, Emotional Intelligence & Choosing Yourself with Dr. Laurel Cannon
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What if the only thing holding you back is the version of you that no longer fits?
In this deeply honest and transformative episode of It’s The Human Experience, Hazel Brown sits down with Dr. Laurel Cannon for a powerful conversation about identity, emotional intelligence, purpose, and becoming the woman God called you to be.
From relationship wounds to friendship shifts…
From questioning your worth to stepping into your divine assignment…
From burnout to God-confidence…
This episode is a masterclass in healing, alignment, and choosing yourself without apology.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of who you are becoming — this conversation will feel like an exhale.
Inside This Episode:
1. Identity & Self-Worth
• How to stop shrinking and stand fully in who you are
• Why self-awareness changes your entire life
• How to unlearn the voices that told you “you’re not enough”
2. Emotional Intelligence (for real life)
• How to recognize emotional triggers and manage them with grace
• Why your nervous system knows who belongs in your life
• The difference between love, attachment, and emotional safety
3. Faith, Purpose & Alignment
• What to do when God delays your plans
• How to rebuild when life breaks your confidence
• Why purpose requires discomfort, discernment, and new rooms
4. Friendships, Boundaries & Discernment
• Outgrowing people you still love
• How to have hard conversations without guilt
• Why some people can’t go with you into your next season
5. Healing & Becoming
• Surviving emotionally abusive seasons
• How trials become the wisdom for your next level
• The moment you realize YOU were the only thing holding you back
This episode will remind you that you’re not behind — you’re becoming.
Reflection Prompt
Where am I dimming my light to stay comfortable — and what would happen if I trusted my alignment instead?
Affirmations
• I evolve with grace and purpose.
• I am becoming the woman God called me to be.
• I choose myself without guilt or fear.
• My circle matches my calling.
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Instagram: @dr.laurelcannon
Shanti Living (Emotional Wellness): @shantiliving_
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1 hr 3 min
December 04, 202597. Stop Being Your Own Chaos: Healing Self-Sabotage, Building Better Boundaries & Choosing Peace — with Dr. Crystal Ann England
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What if the chaos in your life isn’t coming at you… it’s coming from you?
In this powerful episode, Hazel sits down with Dr. Crystal Ann England — licensed marriage and family therapist, artist, mom, partner, and forever learner — to get radically honest about self-awareness, self-sabotage, and what it really takes to build a life that feels like yours.
From growing up in a big, chaotic family to becoming a therapist and moving her entire life from Florida to Georgia, Dr. Crystal shares how she stopped blaming circumstances and started admitting the hard truth:
This episode is a mirror for high-achieving, heart-centered women who are tired of overthinking, over-functioning, and over-giving — and are finally ready to choose peace on purpose.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn
“Boundaries” vs. “Parameters”
Dr. Crystal’s reframe on boundaries — moving from brick walls to gates you control, so you can protect your peace without hardening your heart.
What your relationships actually say about your self-love
Why she only wants women around her who love their husbands, love their kids, and love themselves — and what that reveals about emotional safety.
Shame, scars, and owning your story
How to stop letting your past be used against you — and why your scars qualify you to help others, not disqualify you
Letting go of timelines and pressure
What Dr. Crystal’s PhD journey taught her about trusting the process when it feels painfully slow.
This Episode Is For You If:
You’re the strong friend, fixer, or helper who’s quietly exhausted
You’ve restarted your life (new city, new chapter, new job) and feel a little lost
You suspect you might be self-sabotaging your peace, relationships, or opportunities
You’re in a season of isolation and wondering if it’s punishment or protection
You want healthier friendships, marriage, and motherhood — without losing yourself
You’re a faith-driven woman on a healing, self-worth, or personal growth journey
Reflection Prompt
Where in my life am I creating my own chaos — and what is one decision I can make this week to choose peace instead?

Affirmations
✨ I am honest about my patterns — and I am allowed to change.
✨ I am worthy of peace, support, and emotionally safe relationships.
✨ I don’t chase chaos anymore. I choose alignment, clarity, and calm.
If this episode checked you and encouraged you, share it with a friend who’s been carrying a lot and quietly craving peace.
And if you haven’t yet, follow, rate, and review the podcast so more women can find these conversations on healing, faith, and becoming who they were created to be.
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51 min
November 20, 202596. How to Reset Your Life: Trust Your Intuition, Heal Trauma & Choose Yourself — with Megan Boyd
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Women carrying the weight of the world don’t always show it—but burnout whispers in your smile, your silence, your isolation, and your exhaustion.
In this episode, Dr. Megan Boyd — psychologist, speaker, and emotional wellness strategist — reveals why high-achieving, heart-centered women hit their emotional limits and how to rise again without guilt or apology.
If you’re juggling career, motherhood, or life transitions while feeling like you’re barely holding it together, this episode is your roadmap to reclaiming clarity, self worth, overcoming fear, confidence, and soul-level alignment.
“It’s time to reset.” This episode is your sign to finally listen to that whisper.
Learn how to hit pause, reclaim your energy, and rebuild your life from a place of truth and self-alignment. Megan shares her own unapologetic season of refresh, and together they unpack the mindset shifts, intuitive practices, and emotional breakthroughs that make lasting change possible.
This episode is for anyone who has:
Felt drained from giving too much
Pretended to be “fine” while your spirit was begging for a breather
Wanted to trust your gut, but doubted yourself
Needed a roadmap to heal trauma, stress, or PTSD
Wanted to step fully into wellness, worth, and self-discovery
Inside this transformative conversation, you’ll hear:
Why so many people experienced a “forced reset” in 2024–2025 — and the lessons behind it
How writing and creativity become powerful tools for self-discovery
The impact of safe, aligned relationships on your nervous system
Escaping the “I can do it all” trap, especially for solo parents, caregivers, and helpers
How to recognize intuitive red flags vs. emotional resistance
Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness
How soul-level guidance leads you to the right rooms, people, and opportunities
Healing from domestic violence, living with PTSD, and reclaiming self-worth
What true “SoulCare” really means — beyond surface-level self-care
The shift that happens when you realize your mindset, not circumstances, is holding you back
This episode is a wake-up call for your Reset Season:
✨ You are worthy of wellness
✨ You are worthy of help
✨ You are worthy of a life that feels like yours
If your spirit is whispering that it’s time to let go, press play. Your next chapter starts now.
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47 min
November 14, 202595. Feeling Stuck or Behind? How to Realign Your Life and Unlock Your Next Season
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Feeling stuck, frustrated, or like everyone else is moving faster than you? You’re not behind—you’re out of alignment. In Episode 95, Hazel breaks down why your progress feels delayed, why opportunities aren’t showing up, and how to realign with your purpose so doors start opening again.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
How to recognize when you’re out of alignment
Why God delays opportunities and what those delays really mean
How to step confidently back into your assignment
The hidden cost of “being strong all the time”
How nostalgia and reflection can guide your next steps
Why alignment requires community and intentional energy
First look at the Human AF Virtual Summit: a healing-centered space for dreamers, doers, and everyday humans ready to evolve
Whether you’re in London, D.C., Vegas, or anywhere in between, this episode will meet you exactly where you are—and help you start moving forward again.
Reflection Prompt:
Where in my life am I resisting evolution because it feels unfamiliar — and what would happen if I trusted my alignment instead?
Affirmations:
✨ I evolve without losing who I am.
✨ I was chosen for this season.
✨ I don’t fold — I flow.
The first look at the Human AF Virtual Summit, a healing-centered space for dreamers, doers, and everyday humans ready to evolve with intention. DM me on www.instagram.com/itshumanAF for your personal link to attend starting December 28th, 2025
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19 min
November 06, 202594. Stop Forcing, Start Flowing: Manifest from Alignment, Not Fear — How to Hold What You Pray For
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Feeling like your prayers, goals, and dreams keep getting stuck? You might be manifesting from lack, not alignment. This episode is your wake-up call to stop forcing, start flowing, and step into blessings that are meant for you.
Hazel sits down at the intersection of faith, gratitude, and growth to explore the real meaning of manifestation — beyond vision boards and Instagram quotes. From Beyoncé’s resilience to Tasha Cobbs’ faith through depression, this conversation uncovers how even the strongest people face misalignment on their journey to purpose.
Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
The true definition of manifestation — and why most people get it wrong
How to spot when you’re manifesting from fear instead of faith
Why protecting your peace is more important than proving your worth
The bridge between belief and follow-through
Three alignment tools Hazel personally uses when life feels heavy
Powerful real-life examples from Beyoncé, Tasha Cobbs, Mariah Carey, and more
This episode is for anyone who has ever:
Felt frustrated that their prayers or dreams aren’t showing up
Wondered if they’re “doing it wrong” or missing a step
Wanted to manifest with faith, not fear
Needed practical tools to stay aligned while holding blessings
Reflection Prompts:
Am I asking for what aligns with my peace — or what validates my pain?
Who around me supports my growth — and who silently resists it?
Affirmations:
💭 I no longer manifest from fear — I manifest from faith
💭 I’m becoming the kind of person who can hold what I’ve prayed for
💭 What’s aligned with me will always find its way back
If you’ve been praying, hoping, or waiting for life to feel easier — this episode is your roadmap. It’s time to stop forcing, start flowing, and receive what’s meant for you.
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25 min
October 31, 202593. When the Year Breaks You: Healing Burnout, Reclaiming Faith & Finding Lasting Peace
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Feeling drained, overextended, or quietly burnt out? This episode is your wake-up call to pause, reset, and rebuild from the inside out. Hazel dives deep into the real cost of burnout, the power of faith, and how to reclaim peace in a world that keeps demanding more.
If you’ve been the fixer, the driver, or the visionary quietly carrying it all, this conversation is your permission slip to rest without guilt, rebuild your confidence, and reconnect with your purpose.
Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
How to cut chaos and protect your energy with intentional boundaries
Why honoring your calling with obedience fuels sustainable growth
The secret to evolving into a calm, seasoned presence rooted in faith, clarity, and consistent action
Reframing stillness as synchronization instead of stagnation
“Pause before you pour” strategies to avoid burnout
Mirror work to heal the fixer who forgets themselves
Navigating career and entrepreneurship without guilt
Redefining peace beyond metrics, applause, and social validation
Vision casting with powerful five-year reflection questions
Letting go to step into your next level with faith
The role of community, accountability, and proximity to peace
This episode is for anyone who has ever:
Felt exhausted by overgiving, overperforming, or overthinking
Wanted to reclaim their life from burnout and misalignment
Needed guidance to rebuild confidence rooted in faith and self-worth
Sought lasting peace without sacrificing ambition or purpose
Reflection Prompts:
Where am I overextending myself and ignoring my own needs?
How can I honor my calling while protecting my energy?
What boundaries do I need to create to feel aligned and at peace?
Affirmations:
💭 I give myself permission to rest without guilt
💭 I rebuild from faith, clarity, and consistent action
💭 Peace is proof of my transformation
Whether you’re recovering from a busy year, navigating life changes, or craving clarity and alignment, this episode gives you practical tools and spiritual insight to heal, thrive, and step fully into your purpose.
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24 min
September 25, 202592. Faith Over Fear: Thriving Through Tests, Trials & Uncertain Times
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What if the pressure you’re under isn’t here to break you — but to reveal you?
In this episode of It’s the Human Experience, Hazel Brown speaks straight to your soul about what it really takes to thrive in hard seasons. With raw truth and fire, she delivers the rhythm you need to hear: be prepared for critics, challenges, and sacrifice — but above all, be prepared to never quit.
You’ll discover:
Why pressure isn’t failure — it’s refinement.
The link between performance, stress, and brain health (Cleveland Clinic research).
Why worry drains you, giving up disqualifies you, and over-performing burns you out.
How faith, trust, and purpose can protect your peace, your future, and even your brain.
This episode isn’t fluff — it’s a call. If you’ve been tired, tempted to stop, or stuck in self-doubt, this is your reminder: you’re not buried, you’re planted. And planted things grow.
✨ Don’t just listen — share this episode with someone who’s carrying weight today. Because the word that saved you might be the one that saves them, too.
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September 18, 202591. Removing the Guard, Trusting Yourself, Letting Go & Finding True Clarity to Live Your Best Life
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Have you ever worn “armor” to protect yourself from not feeling enough, only to realize it’s holding you back from truly living? In this heartfelt conversation, Hazel Brown sits down with certified life coach Lorraine Lindsey to uncover what it means to surrender, trust yourself, and finally step into your true calling.
Lorraine vulnerably shares her journey from casino executive and EMT to life coach, revealing how external success left her unfulfilled until she embraced the unknown. She reminds us that clarity isn’t about knowing every step — it’s about listening to what resonates right now.
✨ In This Episode:
Why the “armor” we wear often blocks growth and authenticity
The difference between imposter syndrome and simply being new
How to make decisions faster and stop wasting years in hesitation
Why your values evolve in every season of life
How surrender creates space for what’s truly meant for you
This episode is for anyone navigating career shifts, life transitions, or the quiet question: “Is this all there is?” Get ready to shed the armor and embrace your next level of growth.
🔗 Follow the podcast and join us at the upcoming Called for More Empowerment & Wellness Summit on October 11th in Las Vegas.
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56 min
September 15, 202590. Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Building Faith, Family & an Empire
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From healing people-pleasing tendencies to building a faith-centered business empire, Jasmine Hawks takes us on her remarkable journey of transformation and growth in this candid conversation.

As a mother of four who spent 14 years as a stay-at-home mom, Jasmine shares how she navigated the challenging transition into entrepreneurship while keeping her family at the center. "I have to spend time with my kids, I have to spend time with my husband because I am doing this for them," she explains, highlighting the importance of creating boundaries that protect what matters most.

When faced with overwhelming business challenges, Jasmine reveals her grounding techniques: "I go to my husband because he keeps me grounded... I'm constantly praying and asking God to help to give me wisdom." This faith-centered approach has become the foundation of her business philosophy, leading her to create the Becoming Her Magazine and the Fearless Flock social club—spaces where faith isn't just acknowledged but celebrated.

Particularly insightful is Jasmine's rejection of hustle culture: "God does not want us to deplete ourselves... Yes, push forward to your dreams, don't give up, but don't overwork yourself, because then it changes your viewpoint of the dream." Her perspective challenges popular notions that success requires sacrifice of health and relationships, offering instead a sustainable approach to achievement.

For anyone struggling with people-pleasing tendencies, battling perfectionism, or trying to align business goals with personal values, Jasmine's story provides both validation and practical wisdom. Her journey reminds us that we don't have to compromise who we are to achieve success—in fact, embracing our authentic selves might be the very key to unlocking our unique path forward.

Ready to approach your goals with renewed perspective? Subscribe now to hear more stories like Jasmine's that reveal the human experience in all its beautiful complexity.
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